IMPACT Summer Mentor (Temporary Part-Time)

IMPACT Summer Mentor (Temporary Part-Time) Key Biscayne, FL Job Details Temporary | Part-time $15.60 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Spanish Outdoor work Student mentoring Safety regulations English Environmental Science Working with high schoolers Math Swimming Education Haitian Creole Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in education Productivity software Data collection Teaching science Marine Science Leadership Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description IMPACT Summer Mentor (Temporary Part-Time)

Department:

Education (UBMS)

Location:

Miami, FL Supervisor:

UBMS Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) is a program created and funded by the U.S. Department of Education. As a designated UBMS Center, the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science seeks to strengthen the math and science skills of underserved, first-generation high-school students and to encourage them to pursue postsecondary degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. From June 22, 2026, to July 31, 2026, Frost Science will host the summer component of its UBMS program: Integrated Marine Program and College Training (IMPACT). This six-week immersion covers a wide variety of STEM related topics with a Marine Science theme. Mentors are individuals who are problem solvers, team players and proficient in the topics covered. Serving primarily as facilitators of existing program curricula, mentors will deliver virtual hands-on exploratory science activities and lead off-site excursions. The following is the required time commitment for the position. Full availability for a training week from June 15th to June 19th Full availability for the 6-week duration of the program, June 22nd - July 31st

SALARY:

$15.60/hour, Temporary

PT KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Co-facilitation of science enrichment activities in both indoor and outdoor settings. Serve as a mentor/role model to underserved high school youth. Ensure students' safety during all activities. Willingness to provide adult supervision on field excursions to state parks and marine labs throughout South FL Coordination of data collection as students produce and present projects to demonstrate acquired science knowledge. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 2 years completed towards a Bachelor's degree in Science or Education, with preference offered to those specifically trained in marine and/or environmental science. Completed degree preferred. Minimum 1 year of teaching/tutoring experience, preferably with culturally diverse high school youth.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Leadership abilities and effective communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Bilingual ability—English/Spanish or English/Haitian-Creole—preferred Punctual, enthusiastic, mature, and flexible Must follow museum's established policies and safety regulations

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Work is performed both at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and in the field (i.e. local beaches, wetlands and forested areas) Moderate to active physical effort is required. Must be able to carry supplies and equipment, walk/hike for extended periods of time, swim/snorkel in the ocean and sustain alertness for long hours during overnight trips Exposure to physical risk is primarily that typically associated with an outdoor environment, such as sunburn, mosquito bites, etc. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

Level 2 background clearance as defined by applicable Florida Statutes, completed through the

Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com Drug screening as part of the

Museum's Drug-Free Workplace Program Pay:

$15.60 per hour

Work Location:

In person